TEACHER-EARLY HEAD START (SUBSTITUTE)

NHA•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor or Teacher, the Teacher-Early Head Start substitute assists with instruction for preschool-aged children. The role supports developmentally appropriate learning, classroom safety and operations, children’s daily care, family engagement, and maintenance of student records. The substitute must be available on an on-call basis and may receive an email or phone call as early as 6:30 a.m.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Possess a valid Teacher or higher-level permit, or be able to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
Three units of demonstrated coursework in Infant and Toddler are required.
Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification must be obtained within 90 days of assignment.
Meet and maintain state-law and county licensing requirements for employment in a childcare center, including fingerprints, TB screening, physical examination, and immunizations.
Knowledge of appropriate child development theories and practices.
Ability to create and maintain a safe learning environment for children and others.
Ability to work effectively with children, parents, families, and the community.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English and present information and respond to questions from Area Directors/Site Supervisors, staff, and parents.
Sensitivity to the needs of culturally and ethnically diverse groups.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to observe and interact with staff, clients, children, and parents; interpret information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new skills and information; manage detailed concurrent tasks; and establish effective working relationships.
Ability to meet the physical and mental demands described for the position, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing weekly lesson plans that integrate developmentally appropriate activities, reflect Head Start curriculum and philosophy, and comply with Performance Standards.
Help develop and maintain a safe, welcoming environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth.
Provide breaks and planning time for teachers and other classroom staff.
Assist in screening children using appropriate assessment tools.
Assist in developing IEPs for children with special needs.
Prepare monthly attendance, excused-absence, daily sign-in/sign-out, in-kind, and CACFP meal-count reports.
Help ensure children’s daily hygiene needs are met by modeling tooth brushing, hand washing, bathroom use, and mealtime routines.
Conduct home visits and parent/teacher conferences.
Participate in cross-component tasks and work with community resources to identify child and family needs and make appropriate referrals.
Supervise outdoor play and field trips, and help ensure classroom and playground safety.
Provide emotional support and encourage children’s self-esteem.
Provide substitute teaching and assist in planning and supervising daily classroom activities and educational enrichment.
Involve parents in children’s activities inside and outside the classroom and support parents through meetings and in-service training.
Assist in maintaining student data.
Perform other related duties assigned by the current supervisor.